Chapter 311 - REPAY THE FAVOUR (1/2)

Chef Vikram faced Sayaka with a lot of awkwardness. He did not know how to handle the matter as smoothly as possible. The woman was not only a member of one of the five major families in Mountain Ridge. She was also related to the little giant before him.

If anything went wrong, he could lose his little paradise. ​​

”Mrs Yamazaki, it was indeed my fault for making extra spicy food. I hope you will not hold this against me in your heart.” Chef Vikram bowed in apology.

Sayaka knew that the man was comforting her and providing her with an excuse. He was offering his kindness and an olive branch after they created a spectacle that was only seen in a vegetable market. She wanted to say something, but the words were stuck in her throat.

Chef Vikram turned to the rest of the restaurant. ”I apologise to everyone for this matter. Today's meal is on the house.”

After apologising a few more times, Sayaka still decided to leave the restaurant. She did not think that she could take even another sip of water after the incident.

Akira followed behind while the two servers 'helped' out Hanae who was not talking but still sobbing like there was no tomorrow.

”Mom, why doesn't the chauffeur take Hanae back to the house first? We can take a walk around since I don't know the area.” Akira spoke up.

She was not a warm person, but she was also not cold-hearted.

Sayaka was distracted because of her bad emotional state. However, she still heard Akira call her 'mom' for the first time. It did not matter if she was just trying to comfort her. It counted.

”Alright.” She said with a little cheer returning to her voice.

Hanae sobbed a little louder, but no one paid her attention as Sayaka called the chauffeur. The pitiful cries sounded like they were from an injured animal. After the dramatic occurrence, she realised what a scene she had caused.

Things might not be salvageable.

”I need to use the restroom.” Akira suddenly said. ”Can you handle things here?”

Sayaka was touched by the concern. ”Go ahead. I will wait for you here.”

Akira took one last glance before walking back into the restaurant. Instead of going to the restroom, she walked in the direction of the kitchen. Vikram saw her through the glass door and stepped out of the kitchen quickly.

His face was no longer serious. He smiled widely and grabbed both of Akira's hands in his.

”I thought I dreamed of you. I am so glad to see you in this dreary place.” He said.

Akira detached her hands from his. ”I came back to thank you for controlling the situation.”